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KIST and Hongik University Sign MOU to Enhance Collaboration in Development of Public Technologies (Nov. 6, 2024)
- Date : 2024-12-17
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KIST and Hongik University Sign MOU to Enhance Collaboration in Development of Public Technologies
On November 6, 2024, the Korea Institute of Science and Technology (KIST), led by President Sang Rok Oh, and Hongik University, led by President Sang Ju Park, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to pursue cooperation in the development of public technologies through the strengthening of design elements necessary for science and technology.
Key areas of cooperation outlined in the MOU include:
- - Research collaboration in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and smart farm production technologies
- - Joint participation in national R&D projects and collaborative research initiatives
- - Mutual exchange of technology and personnel to foster joint research efforts
- - Organization of joint seminars, symposiums, and research presentations
Notably, KIST's Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Institute and Hongik University’s Smart Mobility Research Center also formalized a departmental agreement to facilitate practical collaboration. Under this partnership, KIST will focus on advancing robotics and AI technologies, while Hongik University will contribute its expertise in robotics design, user interface (UI), and user experience (UX) development.
Regarding the signing, KIST President Sang Rok Oh stated, “By allowing KIST researchers to focus on the technical aspects while Hongik University experts strengthen service design, this collaboration will generate a tremendous synergy effect. Through active cooperation between KIST’s mission-driven Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Institute and Hongik University’s Smart Mobility Research Center, we aim to deliver tangible outcomes in the public service robotics sector that will directly benefit society.”
Meanwhile, Hongik University President Sang Ju Park emphasized the importance of design in science and technology, saying, “Design elements play a crucial role in enhancing functionality, usability, and user experience, which ultimately determines the successful adoption of a product or technology. We hope that this agreement will foster broader collaboration between our two institutions, driving advancements that benefit both society and our organizations.”
Both sides expressed their commitment to building a robust cooperation framework, stating, “Starting with this MOU and symposium, we will establish a cooperative system for conducting regular joint research, producing research outcomes through periodic presentations, and swiftly mobilizing specialized research personnel during times of crisis.”